1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant – Secondary Schools

Smile Education; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education is seeking a dedicated Pupil Support Assistant – SEND to support students in Wolverhampton and surrounding areas. This full-time role involves 1:1 and small-group support for students with SEND, including those with autism, ADHD and SEMH, across secondary schools in the Wolverhampton region.

You will help students access the curriculum, manage transitions, and collaborate with teachers and SENCOs, while promoting emotional regulation, independence and positive relationships in a

Qualifications

• Have previous SEND experience working with children or young people with additional needs.
• Have a minimum of 2 years' worth of references available to support your employment history.
• Have previous UK-based experience working within an educational, childcare or support setting.
• Be able to commit to the role on a full-time basis.
• Be hands-on, proactive and confident taking initiative.
• Have experience supporting and de-escalating challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEND.
• Supporting young people with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties and other additional needs.
• Helping students access the curriculum and participate fully in lessons and school activities.
• Supporting and de-escalating challenging behaviour using appropriate strategies.
• Providing emotional support and helping students develop emotional regulation skills.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive relationships.
• Taking a hands-on and proactive approach to supporting students throughout the school day.
• Supporting students during transitions between lessons and less structured periods.
• Adapting activities and approaches to meet individual needs.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other school professionals.
• Following individual learning, behaviour and support plans.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

SEND experience

Behaviour de-escalation

Emotional support

Independence development

Job description

Smile Education is seeking a dedicated Pupil Support Assistant – SEND to support students in Wolverhampton and surrounding areas. This full-time role involves 1:1 and small-group support for students with SEND, including those with autism, ADHD and SEMH, across secondary schools in the Wolverhampton region.

You will help students access the curriculum, manage transitions, and collaborate with teachers and SENCOs, while promoting emotional regulation, independence and positive relationships in a